Hearing Jesus: Daily Bible Study, Daily Devotional, Prayer, Hearing God & Christian Affirmations

Rachael Groll
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Do you ever wonder whether you're actually hearing God's voice, or whether it's just your own? Have you been in a season where He feels completely silent? Hosted by Bible teacher Rachael Groll, Hearing Jesus is a daily Bible study and daily devotional podcast that brings together Scripture, prayer, and Christian affirmations to help you hear God's voice more clearly and grow closer to Him. Each episode opens the Holy Bible through historical context, Spirit-led teaching, and honest encouragement, so you can understand Scripture, strengthen your faith, and live it out in ordinary days. Episodes cover daily devotionals, Christian prayer, Bible teaching, hearing the Holy Spirit, emotional healing, identity in Christ, and learning to recognize God's direction in a noisy world. Whether you're looking for a daily devotional, Christian encouragement, Bible study for women, or practical teaching on hearing God and following Jesus, this is a place to grow.

  1. 20h ago

    Why Travel to Meet God? Hearing God’s Voice in Rome (Psalm 84:5) | Daily Devotional and Bible Study

    Why Travel to Meet God? Hearing God’s Voice in Rome (Psalm 84:5) | Daily Devotional and Bible Study Why travel halfway around the world to meet God when He is already with us? Psalm 84:5 says blessed are those whose hearts are set on pilgrimage. In today's Bible study, we're walking through what pilgrimage actually is in Scripture, from Abraham's call to go, to the three pilgrimage feasts, to the Songs of Ascent, to Jesus walking the road to Jerusalem every year. We look at why God built journey into the lives of His people, what Psalm 84 means by a heart set on pilgrimage, and why we still go in person when God already lives in us. Grab your Bible, because we're going to be all over the place. Join me on an immersive Bible Study Experience. Learn more at BibleStudyLive.org Questions we answer today What is pilgrimage in the Bible? Why would anyone travel halfway around the world to meet God? What were the three pilgrimage feasts? What are the Songs of Ascent, and what do they tell us about the journey? What does it mean to have a heart set on pilgrimage? Did Jesus go on pilgrimage? If God is everywhere, why do we still go in person? Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:07 Why travel halfway around the world to meet God? 02:02 What believers in Bible times understood 04:45 Pilgrimage is more than tourism 05:43 A spiritual practice for body and time 06:39 Abraham and the word go 08:20 God builds journeys into Israel's year 09:12 The three pilgrimage feasts 10:42 Living in shelters to remember 11:41 The Songs of Ascent 12:31 The psalms trace the pilgrim's journey 14:26 Psalm 122 and a heart full of joy 15:17 Psalm 84 and a posture of the heart 16:15 Hearts set on pilgrimage 17:16 The Valley of Baca 19:10 Jesus was a pilgrim 20:39 Early believers traveled to stand where it happened 21:20 God is everywhere, so why go? 22:28 Hebrews and 1 Peter call us pilgrims 24:22 Why we still go in person 26:07 Three questions to ask yourself 27:54 Prayer 28:51 An invitation to come to Rome Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 20h ago

    Tuesday Daily Affirmations: I Walk by Faith, Not by Sight (2 Corinthians 5:7)

    Tuesday Daily Affirmations: I Walk by Faith, Not by Sight (2 Corinthians 5:7) Step into your week with boldness, peace, and purpose. These Scripture-based Christian affirmations are a short but powerful way to trade your own strength for God's before the day gets away from you. As the world demands more, God invites you to lean on Him. Today's affirmations are a reminder that you are never alone, never powerless, and never without purpose. I'll read each phrase, you repeat it, and then I'll tell you the Scripture it comes from. Links AD-FREE Daily Affirmations are on my Patreon: ⁠Patreon⁠ Join me on an immersive Bible Study Experience. Learn more at ⁠BibleStudyLive.org⁠ Have a question? Leave me a voicemail: ⁠SpeakPipe⁠ Before we begin Today's affirmations are for strength and confidence for the week ahead. Whatever this week holds, you are not facing it alone. God is with you, strengthening you, guiding you, and fighting for you. No matter what challenges you encounter, you can walk in faith knowing that God has already prepared the way for you. Tuesday affirmations and Scripture I am strong and courageous in Christ. Joshua 1:9 I do not fear because God is with me. Isaiah 41:10 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 I am victorious through Jesus. 1 Corinthians 15:57 I have the power of God working within me. Ephesians 3:20 I will not be shaken because God is my refuge. Psalm 62:6 I walk by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7 No weapon formed against me shall prosper. Isaiah 54:17 God fights my battles and I need only to be still. Exodus 14:14 I am not afraid because God has overcome the world. John 16:33 I have authority in Christ over every attack of the enemy. Luke 10:19 I am rooted and established in God's love. Ephesians 3:17 I have divine wisdom and strength for today. James 1:5 I am resilient and I will persevere through trials. Romans 5:3-4 I am filled with the power of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:8 I will not grow weary in doing good. Galatians 6:9 God's grace is sufficient for me. 2 Corinthians 12:9 I have peace that surpasses understanding. Philippians 4:7 I am never alone. God is always near. Deuteronomy 31:8 I am protected under the shadow of the Almighty. Psalm 91:1 God's Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Psalm 119:105 I stand firm in faith and do not waver. James 1:6 I am free from fear because God's perfect love casts it out. 1 John 4:18 I have a spirit of power, love, and sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7 God is working all things for my good today. Romans 8:28 Closing prayer Lord, I surrender my fear to You. Fill me with boldness, courage, and confidence in You. No matter what today holds, I trust in Your strength. In Jesus' name, Amen. Listen daily and start your morning with God's truth so you can walk in faith, clarity, and confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Hearing God’s Voice in Rome | Daily Devotional and Bible Study

    Hearing God’s Voice in Rome | Daily Devotional and Bible Study Where was the New Testament written? So much of it ties to Rome, and Acts 28:30-31 ends with Paul in a rented house there. We're taking a short break from our Luke study for a mini series from Rome, so you can join a virtual Bible Study Live retreat from wherever you are. In this first episode I explain why Rome, how my first trip changed the way I read Scripture, and what it's like to stand in the hidden room that tradition connects to Luke's house, the place where I've heard clearly from the Lord. Join me on an immersive Bible Study Experience. Learn more at BibleStudyLive.org Questions we answer today Where was the New Testament written? Why does the book of Acts end in Rome? What does Acts 28:30-31 tell us about Paul's two years of house arrest? Is there a place in Rome where you can stand in Luke's house? Why do most visitors to Rome miss the places where the early church lived and prayed? What changes when you read Scripture after standing where it happened? Timestamps 00:00 Welcome, and why we're taking a Rome break from Luke 00:31 A virtual Bible Study Live retreat 01:54 Catching up on Luke while I'm away 02:35 A pipe dream trip to Rome 04:14 A lot of religion, not much Christianity 04:43 A Christian tour guide and Luke's house 06:36 The word of God is not in chains 07:24 What Bible Study Live is 08:51 One of my olive trees 09:42 It's time: delayed obedience 11:28 God has been preparing you 13:37 Would you pray about joining me 14:13 Where was the New Testament written 15:07 The book of Acts ends in Rome 16:04 Acts written in the room we visit 17:03 Reading Acts 28:30-31 18:25 People come for religion, not relationship 19:06 This is the reason for all of it 20:01 A dirt floor three levels down 22:36 It puts you inside the story 23:29 Prayer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. 1d ago

    Monday Daily Affirmations: Set Apart for God's Purpose (1 Peter 2:9)

    Monday Daily Affirmations: Set Apart for God's Purpose (1 Peter 2:9) Start your Monday with confidence, peace, and purpose. These daily Christian affirmations are a short but powerful way to realign your heart and mind with biblical truth before the week begins. Today's affirmations are all about identity: who God says you are, and what changes when you believe it. Speak life over your day, renew your faith, and step into God's promises with Scripture straight from His Word. I'll read each phrase, you repeat it, and then I'll tell you the Scripture it comes from. Links AD-FREE Daily Affirmations are on my Patreon: Patreon Join me on an immersive Bible Study Experience. Learn more at BibleStudyLive.org Have a question? Leave me a voicemail: SpeakPipe Before we begin Take a deep breath. This is a new day filled with God's grace and purpose. You are not defined by your past, or your mistakes, or the opinions of others. You are defined by the truth of God's Word. Let these affirmations fill your heart as you step into today. Monday affirmations and Scripture I am a child of God, chosen and loved. 1 John 3:1 I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14 I am fully known and loved fully by God. Psalm 139:1-2 I have been chosen before the foundation of the world. Ephesians 1:4 I am created in the image of God. Genesis 1:27 I am redeemed and made new in Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:17 I am set apart for God's purpose. 1 Peter 2:9 I am God's masterpiece, created for good works. Ephesians 2:10 I am loved with an everlasting love. Jeremiah 31:3 I am called by name and belong to God. Isaiah 43:1 I am not my past. I am a new creation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 I have been bought with a price and I belong to God. 1 Corinthians 6:20 I'm seated in heavenly places with Christ. Ephesians 2:6 I am co-heir with Christ. Romans 8:17 I am not rejected. I am accepted in Christ. Ephesians 1:6 I am never alone. God is always with me. Hebrews 13:5 I am valuable and precious in God's sight. Isaiah 43:4 I have been set free by the truth of Jesus. John 8:36 I am more than a conqueror through Christ. Romans 8:37 I am a light in this world, shining for Christ. Matthew 5:14 I am God's dwelling place. His Spirit lives within me. 1 Corinthians 3:16 I am forgiven and free from condemnation. Romans 8:1 I have a divine purpose and calling from God. Jeremiah 29:11 I am dearly loved and nothing can separate me from God's love. Romans 8:38-39 Closing prayer Father, thank You for reminding me who I am in You. Help me to walk in confidence today, knowing that I am chosen, loved, and called by You. No matter what comes my way, let my identity be rooted in Your truth. In Jesus' name, Amen. I hope these affirmations spoke to your heart today. If you want to go deeper, just keep listening. Your full Bible study episode is coming up next. Listen daily and start your morning with God's truth so you can walk in faith, clarity, and confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 2d ago

    Sunday Daily Affirmations: I Trust God to Order My Priorities (Matthew 6:33)

    Sunday is for looking ahead with God. Before the week begins, we pause and place what's coming into His hands. These Scripture-based Christian affirmations are a steady way to enter the week grounded, attentive, and trusting God to lead you one day at a time. I'll say each affirmation, pause so you can repeat it after me, and then read the Bible verse it comes from. Links AD-FREE Daily Affirmations are on my Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠ Join me on an immersive Bible Study Experience. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠BibleStudyLive.org⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Leave me a voicemail: ⁠⁠⁠SpeakPipe⁠⁠⁠ Sunday affirmations and Scripture I place this coming week in God's hands.Psalm 31:15 — "My times are in Your hands." I trust God to guide my steps.Psalm 37:23 — "The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in Him." I enter this week with expectancy, not fear.Romans 15:13 — "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him." I invite God into every moment ahead.Proverbs 16:3 — "Commit to the Lord whatever you do." I trust God to order my priorities.Matthew 6:33 — "Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness." I receive God's wisdom for the days ahead.James 1:5 — "If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God." I walk into this week anchored in truth.Psalm 119:105 — "Your word is a lamp to my feet." I trust God with what I cannot foresee.Isaiah 46:10 — "I make known the end from the beginning." I choose faith over anticipation of stress.Psalm 56:3 — "When I am afraid, I put my trust in You." I rely on God's grace for each day.2 Corinthians 12:9 — "My grace is sufficient for you." I trust God's timing this week.Habakkuk 2:3 — "Though it linger, wait for it." I remain open to God's leading.Psalm 25:4 — "Show me Your ways, Lord." I step forward with humility and trust.Micah 6:8 — "What does the Lord require of you? To walk humbly with your God." I depend on God's strength, not my own.Psalm 68:35 — "God gives strength and power to His people." I trust God with every conversation and decision.Proverbs 20:24 — "A person's steps are directed by the Lord." I choose obedience over control.John 14:23 — "Anyone who loves Me will obey My teaching." I walk into this week aware of God's presence.Exodus 33:14 — "My Presence will go with you." I trust God to work through ordinary moments.Zechariah 4:10 — "Do not despise these small beginnings." I release anxiety about outcomes.Psalm 112:7 — "They will have no fear of bad news." I remain attentive to God's voice.John 10:27 — "My sheep listen to My voice." I trust God to meet my needs.Philippians 4:19 — "My God will meet all your needs." I step into this week with courage.Psalm 31:24 — "Be strong and take heart." I trust God to shape my character.Romans 8:29 — "To be conformed to the image of His Son." I begin this week grounded in hope.Hebrews 6:19 — "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul." I rest in God's faithfulness as I move forward.Psalm 33:4 — "The word of the Lord is right and true." Closing prayer God, as I step into this new week, I place everything ahead of me in Your care. Go before me, guide my steps, and help me stay attentive to You. I trust You with what's coming, one day at a time. Amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. 3d ago

    Saturday Daily Affirmations: I Acknowledge Where I Grew This Week (2 Peter 3:18)

    Saturday is a good day to slow down and look back over your week with God. Not to replay everything or overthink it, but to notice where He met you, where He carried you, and where His grace showed up. These Scripture-based Christian affirmations are a gentle way to reflect with honesty and gratitude before the new week begins. I'll say each affirmation, pause so you can repeat it after me, and then read the Bible verse it comes from. Links AD-FREE Daily Affirmations are on my Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠ Join me on an immersive Bible Study Experience. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠BibleStudyLive.org⁠⁠⁠ Have a question? Leave me a voicemail: ⁠⁠⁠SpeakPipe⁠⁠⁠ Saturday affirmations and Scripture I thank God for walking with me through this week.Psalm 143:10 — "Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God; may Your good Spirit lead me on level ground." I recognize God's faithfulness in both the seen and unseen moments.Psalm 77:11 — "I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember Your miracles of long ago." I release regret and receive God's grace.Psalm 32:5 — "Then I acknowledged my sin to You... and You forgave the guilt of my sin." I trust that God was at work even when I didn't notice.Ecclesiastes 3:11 — "He has made everything beautiful in its time." I give thanks for the strength God provided each day.Psalm 28:7 — "The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me." I acknowledge where I grew this week.2 Peter 3:18 — "Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ." I notice where God invited me to trust Him more deeply.Psalm 37:5 — "Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him and He will do this." I receive God's mercy for where I fell short.Micah 7:18 — "You delight in mercy." I choose gratitude over self-criticism.1 Thessalonians 5:18 — "Give thanks in all circumstances." I honor the work God has been doing in my heart.Philippians 1:6 — "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion." I acknowledge God's presence in ordinary moments.Psalm 16:11 — "You make known to me the path of life." I release this week into God's care.Psalm 55:22 — "Cast your cares on the Lord and He will sustain you." I trust God with what remains unfinished.Proverbs 16:9 — "In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps." I thank God for His patience with me.Psalm 103:8 — "The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love." I rest in the truth that God sees me fully.Hebrews 4:13 — "Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight." I choose to end this week with gratitude.Psalm 92:1 — "It is good to give thanks to the Lord." I release comparison and embrace contentment.Hebrews 13:5 — "Be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you.'" I acknowledge God's protection this week.Psalm 121:7 — "The Lord will keep you from all harm." I thank God for His provision.Matthew 6:31-32 — "Your heavenly Father knows that you need them." I recognize God's quiet guidance.Isaiah 30:21 — "This is the way; walk in it." I let go of striving and receive rest.Psalm 23:2 — "He leads me beside quiet waters." I honor the limits God has given me.Psalm 127:2 — "He grants sleep to those He loves." I trust God with what I do not understand.Romans 11:33 — "Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God." I receive peace as I reflect with God.Psalm 4:7 — "You have filled my heart with greater joy." I end this week grounded in God's faithfulness.Lamentations 3:23 — "Great is Your faithfulness." Closing prayer God, thank You for walking with me through this week. Help me to see Your faithfulness clearly and to release what I need to let go of. I trust that You were present in ways I noticed and in ways I didn't. I place this week back into Your hands. Amen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. 4d ago

    How Do We Handle Scary Headlines? Hearing God's Voice Q&A | Daily Devotional and Bible Study

    How Do We Handle Scary Headlines? Hearing God's Voice Q&A | Daily Devotional and Bible Study How do we handle scary headlines as Christians without living in fear? Today’s answer starts in 2 Timothy 1:7. It’s Friday, so we’re catching up on our daily Bible study and answering questions that came in. The first one came from a lot of you: what do we do with the fear that comes from the news and our social media feeds? Then we take a question from our Luke study about why Zechariah lost his voice when Abraham, Gideon, and Mary asked questions and didn’t. Join me on an immersive Bible Study Experience. Learn more at BibleStudyLive.org Have a question about the series or a prayer request? Leave me a voicemail: SpeakPipe Ad-free episodes and the full library of past series: Patreon The Christ-first news summary I mentioned in this episode: The Pour Over Questions we answer today How do we handle scary headlines as Christians without living in fear? Why do social media feeds make the world feel more frightening than it is? Is the persecution of Christians around the world real, and how should we pray? Does scaring people about the end of the world actually lead them to Jesus? What does it look like to love our Muslim neighbors while we pray for persecuted believers? Why was Zechariah disciplined for his question when Abraham, Gideon, and Mary asked questions too? Timestamps 00:00 Welcome, and why we do Friday Q&As 00:57 The question so many of you sent in 02:00 Feeds are built to keep you afraid 03:20 The first to plead his case seems right 03:50 Persecution is real, and it isn’t new 06:06 Headlines, protests, and propaganda 08:43 You steer where you stare 10:05 Why scaring people into the kingdom doesn’t work 11:26 Fire insurance doesn’t last 13:23 No one knows the day or the hour 14:31 What the good news actually is 15:14 Billions who still haven’t heard 15:43 Muslims coming to faith in Jesus 17:57 The agenda doesn’t change with the news 19:18 Staying informed without being consumed 21:10 Don’t let the news harden your heart 22:49 A spirit of love, power, and a sound mind 24:03 The Zechariah question 25:28 What Gabriel actually said 25:56 Abraham believed first 29:27 God welcomes honest questions 30:32 You can feel fear and still obey 31:02 Prayer 35:22 Your homework Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Do you ever wonder whether you're actually hearing God's voice, or whether it's just your own? Have you been in a season where He feels completely silent? Hosted by Bible teacher Rachael Groll, Hearing Jesus is a daily Bible study and daily devotional podcast that brings together Scripture, prayer, and Christian affirmations to help you hear God's voice more clearly and grow closer to Him. Each episode opens the Holy Bible through historical context, Spirit-led teaching, and honest encouragement, so you can understand Scripture, strengthen your faith, and live it out in ordinary days. Episodes cover daily devotionals, Christian prayer, Bible teaching, hearing the Holy Spirit, emotional healing, identity in Christ, and learning to recognize God's direction in a noisy world. Whether you're looking for a daily devotional, Christian encouragement, Bible study for women, or practical teaching on hearing God and following Jesus, this is a place to grow.

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